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  1. Gearhead61
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    East Texas machine shop recommendation?

    I've got low compression in two cylinders on my xj650. Gonna open it up and have a look inside. I figure I'll probably get the head checked,...
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Sep 16, 2011, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    Thanks for the advice guys. Girlfriend is gonna let me break it open in her art studio. Just have to be careful not to make too big of a mess....
    Post by: Gearhead61, Sep 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    I wish. I moved here (very small freaking town) a few months ago, not knowing a single person within about 150 miles. Most of my time is spent...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Sep 12, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    Yes unfortunately I am working under an open carport. My other option would be if I pulled the engine and my girlfriend let me rebuild it in her...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Sep 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    Fair enough. Any tips for keeping the elements out of the engine when I open it up?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Sep 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    Dropped some oil in the cylinders and came back with 115 and 145 psi on cylinders 1 and 2 respectively. It looks like the head needs to come off....
    Post by: Gearhead61, Sep 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    Thanks! I did unplug the TCI and let it run until the compression stopped building. Also charged the battery last night. I'll open the throttle up...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Sep 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Gearhead61
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    My compression test results... What now?

    Valves are in spec. Engine is cold. Other plugs were in while running the test. Cylinder 1 - 100 psi 2 - 105 psi 3 - 130 psi 4 - 135 psi...
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Sep 8, 2011, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Gearhead61
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    Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca dual

    Re: Changing 81 XJ650 Maxim single brake to 82 XJ650 Seca du That's good to know. I'm about to put 750 seca forks and brakes on my 650 maxim, so...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jul 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Gearhead61
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    Valve cover bolt hole stripped

    Thanks for the advice. Picked up a helicoil kit yesterday for $30. Gonna try to repair the threads tonight.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jun 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Gearhead61
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    Valve cover bolt hole stripped

    That is clever! I may decide to give that a try. Will a helicoil not hold the 7.5 ft-lbs?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jun 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Gearhead61
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    Checked valves... Blued spot on #1 intake cam?

    I do need to get a metric feeler gauge. I didn't really want to wait for one to come in the mail, so I went ahead and gave it a shot the way it...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jun 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Gearhead61
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    Checked valves... Blued spot on #1 intake cam?

    Like it says... the tip of the cam lobe looks like it has been blued by heat slightly compared to the other cam lobes. The clearance on it was...
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Jun 13, 2011, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Gearhead61
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    Valve cover bolt hole stripped

    Thanks everyone! I guess I will have to take the bolt over to home depot and check it out on their thread/pitch gauge. I've never had to fix...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jun 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Gearhead61
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    Valve cover bolt hole stripped

    Yes 82 maxim xj650 with yics.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jun 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Gearhead61
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    Valve cover bolt hole stripped

    Anyone know what the right size helicoil/drill/tap I need?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Jun 6, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Gearhead61
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    Valve cover bolt hole stripped

    Well I went to adjust the valves for the first time since I've owned the bike yesterday. Turns out one of the outer bolt holes is partially...
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Jun 6, 2011, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Gearhead61
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    What your bike can look like if you do it right....

    I checked your code and the problem was that your urls were wrong. They got the "..." in them. Paste the whole url from photobucket between the...
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 18, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. Gearhead61
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    How to remove/replace hand grips

    Those look great! Where did you get the handles? I've been thinking about replacing mine down the road.
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 18, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Gearhead61
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    What your bike can look like if you do it right....

    You can put photos on here by using the [img]
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 18, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. Gearhead61
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    I think i found cheap master cylinder for xj with drag bars!

    I plan on getting a MC off a yamaha grizzly 660. It is flat and the grizzly has dual rotors, so it should suffice for the dual rotors I am adding...
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. Gearhead61
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    1985 Maxim X bobber / modifications

    I'm planning on getting TC bros drag bars. A lot of people repurpose the original rear fender. Just fill the holes and smooth it out before...
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 12, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. Gearhead61
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    Front tire conversion

    Do a search on here. There's a guy who makes and sells the adapter. It takes a little bit of modification to the wheel, but over-all it's not...
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 12, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. Gearhead61
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    Valve adjustment, carb sync

    I don't mean to hijack because I think this question is appropriate... after adjusting valves, does it make sense to colortune before or after you...
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 12, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. Gearhead61
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Tried learning a few new songs for the girlfriend on mine today. [img]
    Post by: Gearhead61, May 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Gearhead61
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    Rear Wheel Conversion Kit, 16" Tires, Rims, Bearings

    You still got this guy? Or did the sale go through?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 29, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  27. Gearhead61
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    Wolf Bobber Build (pics)

    Get your girlfriend a bike to ride!
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  28. Gearhead61
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    aftermarket carb joints?

    So which ones are we discussing here? Engine to carb or carb to airbox?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 26, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. Gearhead61
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    Swingarm Help

    Yeah definitely check your bearings. You don't want your bike to do the wiggle worm while you're cruising!
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. Gearhead61
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    What colors would be cool on a bobber?

    Mine is going to be a metallic charcoal/gunmetal color with satin black accents. If I can ever finish it! [img]
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. Gearhead61
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    Few quick shots of my 650 maxim

    Beautiful! I like the look of those rear shocks. What brand/part number/ length are they? How much did they set you back? Edit:didn't see the...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 18, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. Gearhead61
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    Project> "Looky What I Found"

    That bike is a real piece of work! I'd have a really hard time selling something which must have taken so many hours! I'm sure the new owner loves it.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. Gearhead61
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    Wolf Bobber Build (pics)

    The front brakes on these bikes are supposedly pretty spongy. Try stainless braided lines and go back and re-bleed the system. You can also adjust...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 31, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. Gearhead61
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    NEED Tips for strapping a bike to a flat trailer w/ramp

    Put the bike in gear also when you put it on there. It will help keep it from rolling around.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 24, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Gearhead61
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    750 Seca forks onto 650 Maxim... Can it be done?

    Thanks. I will do some searching and see what comes up.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. Gearhead61
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    750 Seca forks onto 650 Maxim... Can it be done?

    Great! Thanks so much for the advice. Do you have a recommendation on which master cylinder people usually use?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. Gearhead61
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    Cooling issues with painted engine?

    That's what I'm planning on. Satin black engine with stainless hardware and filed fins. Should look really sharp!
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. Gearhead61
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    750 Seca forks onto 650 Maxim... Can it be done?

    ... Without too much trouble? I'm looking to get dual front brakes and replace my rusted up inner fork tubes also. If I can get the triple tree...
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Mar 22, 2011, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. Gearhead61
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    Cooling issues with painted engine?

    Wow all of that is very pretty! I've heard the engine enamel is pretty tough and it doesn't take a thick coat to get good coverage. I think I...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  40. Gearhead61
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    Cooling issues with painted engine?

    Does painting an air cooled engine (with engine paint of course) cause any issues with heat transfer and cooling of the engine while it's operating?
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Mar 19, 2011, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. Gearhead61
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    Wanted: Brake and Fork parts

    Wow that is an awesome list! Thanks so much! I guess the diameter is 35mm, do I need to find some which are also the same length? And this may...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 19, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  42. Gearhead61
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    82 XJ750 Seca - parts bike for sale - Ohio

    How about the front forks/brakes stuff? I'd like to convert my maxim to dual rotors
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 15, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  43. Gearhead61
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    1982 XJ650 Parts for Sale

    Take $12 shipped for the left side cover? Can send paypal.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 15, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  44. Gearhead61
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    How do you jack/lift your bike?

    Are you saying the boxes need to be moved toward the ends of the planks? Because I'd keep the boxes there underneath the wheels. That's where...
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Gearhead61
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    Wanted: Brake and Fork parts

    Thanks! Sent the guy an email for some more details.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 15, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  46. Gearhead61
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    Wanted: Brake and Fork parts

    I've got an 82 XJ650. The inner fork tubes have rusted some and the chrome is pretty well pitted. Looking for some tubes that don't have any...
    Thread by: Gearhead61, Mar 13, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. Gearhead61
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    Parting out: 1983 XJ750

    I'd be interested in the forks/calipers/rotors/etc. needed to convert my 650 to dual front brakes. Is that set up still available?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 13, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. Gearhead61
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    XJ650 PARTS HERE 1982 XJ650 ALOT OF MINT PARTS NEED GONE

    I'm looking for a master cylinder. Have one in good shape?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 8, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  49. Gearhead61
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    Parting out '82 XJ650J Maxim

    How's the master cylinder look?
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 7, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  50. Gearhead61
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    XS1100, Xj650 Parts

    Thanks! Let me know what you find.
    Post by: Gearhead61, Mar 5, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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